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04/10/2023

Ep 20: Testing Ideas, Inspiring Talent and Growing Franchise Value // Kevin Blair

Kevin Blair, the CEO of Synovus, shares with Al and Steve his views on hybrid work, sourcing talent from outside of banking, and chasing ideas even when the undercurrents are tough like right now. Among the bank’s recent pursuits? Launching Maast (money-as-a-service) while preparing to become a $100B bank.Subscribe to Plugged In for the latest in Banking and Fintech from Cornerstone Advisors.

04/10/2023

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32 min
30/01/2023

Ep 10: The Other Side of Payments // Brandi Gregory

On today's episode of Plugged In, Steve Williams sits down with Brandi Gregory, Managing Director in Cornerstone Advisors’ Contract Negotiation and Payments practices.

30/01/2023

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18 min
22/12/2022

Ep 07: Making Sense Of Regulatory Wildcards // Lindsey Johnson

The new CEO of the Consumer Bankers Association, Lindsey Johnson, joins Al Dominick to breakdown recent regulatory actions, potential oversight on crypto and emerging small business trends.

22/12/2022

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24 min
10/05/2023

Ep 14: Embracing Agility Through Banking Revolutions

On this episode, Al Dominick and Steve Williams sit down to talk about how recent bank failures have revealed the need for enhanced risk management and reinforced the importance of regional and community banks. The financial industry must learn from these incidents and implement strategies such as focusing on niches, embracing fintech partnerships, and remaining agile to ensure continued success. Subscribe to Plugged In for more in depth conversations with banking experts!

10/05/2023

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25 min
14/12/2023

Ep 23: It’s Not Too Corny to Talk About Love and Banking

In this year’s final episode of Plugged In, Al and Steve reflect on their favorite moments from 2023 – including in banking, books and music. They also explore the top traits that make for smarter banks. Bonus: Hear the backstory of how the GonzoBanker Awards were developed. Subscribe to Plugged In for the latest from industry leaders in Banking, Finance, and Fintech!

14/12/2023

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30 min
19/04/2023

Ep 13: Balancing Smart Regulation and Innovation // Gene Ludwig

In today's episode, Steve and Al talk with Gene Ludwig, former Comptroller of the Currency and a banking regulation, risk management, and fiscal policy expert. Gene shares some powerful insights into modernizing the banking industry. They discuss the importance of smart regulation that helps to balance banking activities and technological advancements, the need for regulators to have the tools to manage tail risks quickly and avoid being caught off guard, and the need to have a mechanism that...

19/04/2023

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29 min
08/03/2023

Ep 12: Revolutionizing Open Banking // Jim Reuter

On this episode Steve and Al talk with Jim Reuter, CEO and President at FirstBank. They discuss Jim's vision for FirstBank as an "open bank" by integrating with various software solutions to better serve their clients. They dive into the importance of leadership, fostering innovation, and talent development in the banking industry. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of banking, financial institutions, and fintech innovation.

08/03/2023

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22 min
31/10/2022

Ep 02: The Road Immediately Ahead // Tom Michaud

Today our hosts Steve Williams and Al Dominick are joined by Tom Michaud, President & CEO at KBW. They talk about how investment banks are in a recession already, how bank regulation is going to be a very dominant part of the future, ESG, and much more.

31/10/2022

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23 min
14/11/2022

Ep 03: Getting Back to the Future of Banking // Ron Shevlin

While crypto craters, the business of banking continues to grow. Plugged In's Al Dominick is joined in studio by Ron Shevlin, the Chief Research Officer at Cornerstone Advisors. The two discuss how and where to accelerate banks' digital capabilities with the tech community's support. Al gets Ron to reveal why he remains so bullish on the concept of Buy Now, Pay Later...why he believes "geography is dead" for community banks...and how Ron rationalizes embedded fintech vs embedded finance.

14/11/2022

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27 min
04/01/2023

Ep 08: Inside the Belly of the Bank // Collyn Gilbert

Collyn Gilbert, the Chief Strategy & Marketing Officer at Valley Bank takes Plugged In's hosts, Al Dominick and Steve Williams, behind the scenes of the $54B+ institution. The three share quite a few laughs while talking about how to architect a strategy, areas of potential opportunities — and how to keep strategic planning from becoming a glorified budgeting activity.

04/01/2023

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22 min

Welcome to Cornerstone's podcasts, where we bring you the latest in banking, finance, and fintech. Tune in for guest views, expert opinions, and deep dives into trending topics. From blockchain and digital currencies to regulatory compliance and customer experience, we cover a wide range of topics that keep you "in the know." Subscribe to stay up-to-date and informed!

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Top Episodes

Ep 20: Testing Ideas, Inspiring Talent and Growing Franchise Value // Kevin Blair

Ep 10: The Other Side of Payments // Brandi Gregory

Ep 07: Making Sense Of Regulatory Wildcards // Lindsey Johnson

Ep 14: Embracing Agility Through Banking Revolutions

Ep 23: It’s Not Too Corny to Talk About Love and Banking

Ep 13: Balancing Smart Regulation and Innovation // Gene Ludwig

Ep 12: Revolutionizing Open Banking // Jim Reuter

Ep 02: The Road Immediately Ahead // Tom Michaud

Ep 03: Getting Back to the Future of Banking // Ron Shevlin

Ep 08: Inside the Belly of the Bank // Collyn Gilbert

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